Cheap Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL from $500 (28 Rentals)

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Sage Crest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sage Crest Apartments

827 N Lake StAurora, IL 60506
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Silver Oaks At Waterford
1 Bedroom Apartments

Silver Oaks At Waterford

1819 Silver Oaks CirAurora, IL 60504
Senior Living
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Indian Trail Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Indian Trail Apartments

371 Old Indian TrailAurora, IL 60506
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Autumnwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumnwood Apartments

734 N Gladstone AveAurora, IL 60506
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321 W Old Indian Trl
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

321 W Old Indian Trl

321 W Old Indian TrlAurora, IL 60506
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748 Inland Cir
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

748 Inland Cir

748 Inland CirNaperville, IL 60563
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Building A
1 Bedroom Apartments

Building A

100 Rocky WayMontgomery, IL 60538
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Building H & I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Building H & I

89 Hillstone RdMontgomery, IL 60538
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Lincoln Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Court

405 S Batavia AveBatavia, IL 60510
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Revere House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Revere House

233 S Batavia AveBatavia, IL 60510
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Aurora, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Aurora Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Aurora, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood priced from $1,070. Leland Tower Apartments in the West Side Aurora neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aurora apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wedgewood Manor Active Senior LivingB1BR,1BA$1,070
Leland Tower ApartmentsBenton1BR,1BA$1,175
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$1,300
Autumn Run Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,300
Fox Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,449
1353 Crab Apple Ct2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1,495
ReNew AuroraAshford1BR,1BA$1,500
Orion 59Nichols1BR,1BA$1,519
Springs At OswegoStudio Grand OverlookStudio,1BA$1,571
Country Wood Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,603

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Aurora area is the $1.83 price per square foot Red Cedar Model at The Apartments at Kirkland Crossing in the in the Batavia Historic District neighborhood starting from $2,757. The second greatest value Aurora apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Ashwood Place starting at $2,620 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the River Run neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aurora apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Apartments at Kirkland CrossingRed Cedar3BR,2BA$1.83
Ashwood Place2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.91
Railway PlazaSilver Streak2BR,2BA$1.78
Legacy at Fox Valley ApartmentsDevin2BR,2BA$1.96
Whispering Trails Apartmentswt_2b2b2BR,2BA$1.85
Fox Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.56
1353 Crab Apple Ct2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.66
Downer Place LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.96
Autumn Run Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.68
Wedgewood Manor Active Senior LivingB1BR,1BA$1.78

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Aurora Overview

Known affectionately as the 'City of Lights', Aurora is the second most-populated city in the entire state of Illinois. Technically a suburb of the greater Chicago vicinity, this thriving locale has much to offer potential residents in the way of schools, employment, amenities and overall opportunity.

Why live in Aurora, IL?

A close second to the might Chicago in terms of opportunity and scope, Aurora apartment rentals truly represent some of the best living that Illinois has to offer. Close to world-class health care, education systems, public parks and nightlife, this is one larger-than-life hotspot that shows little signs of slowing in prosperity any time soon.

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Getting Around Aurora, IL

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aurora Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Aurora?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Aurora is at Springs At Oswego listed at $1,571.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment is $1,070 at Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Aurora Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Aurora is starting from $1,449 at Fox Pointe Apartments.

What is the most affordable Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aurora At Summerfield Apartments and starts from $2,323.

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